Understanding the controls and UI is crucial for efficient gameplay. Palworld uses standard survival game controls:
- Movement: W, A, S, D (Keyboard) / Left Stick (Controller)
- Jump: Spacebar (Keyboard) / A (Controller)
- Dodge/Roll: Ctrl (Keyboard) / B (Controller)
- Interact: F (Keyboard) / X (Controller)
- Attack (Player): Left Click (Keyboard) / Right Trigger (Controller)
- Throw Pal Sphere: Q (Keyboard) / Left Trigger (Controller)
- Open Inventory: Tab (Keyboard) / View Button (Controller)
- Open Build Menu: B (Keyboard) / D-Pad Up (Controller)
- Pal Command Menu: 4 (Keyboard) / D-Pad Left (Controller)
The UI features a health bar, stamina bar, hunger meter, and temperature gauge at the bottom left. Your equipped items are shown at the bottom center, and Pal information is displayed at the bottom right. The top right often shows active quest objectives and notifications. Familiarize yourself with these elements to monitor your character's status and progress effectively.